Weekend Fun

Despite a horrific weather report, we had a lovely almost rain-free Saturday afternoon, made lovelier by lunch at The Peanut Butter Company, and then a visit to Purl. I got to see the wall of Koigu and a lot of other lovely yarns, including some amazing Alchemy stuff — some colorways I hadn’t seen before.

After Purl, we went uptown to Knitty City, where we had a nice leisurely time browsing the yarns and hanging out and knitting.

These beautiful kitties are Siberians. Kiki is 2 years old and Coco is 12 weeks old.

Coco was a huge help in the knitting process!

Look at that sweet, sleepy face!

So the rest of the weekend was spent talking, knitting, going out to dinner, and watching movies. I did offer to take Coco home with me, because I know Lucy would love to have her as a baby sister. You know, because I am thoughtful like that.

But I came home alone. Lucy is sleeping off her disappointment.

So there was a lot of knitting time this weekend. Guess what I finished?

Yup, the denim sweater is done! Alert the media!

And here are some “in the mirror” shots with the flash off, so the color is off — the actual color is much closer to the first pic.

I finished the knitting on the train home yesterday, and painstakingly mattress stitched the whole thing together today. I did not enjoy knitting this — the denim yarn was like string. Was it worth it?

So totally worth it. It’s exactly what I wanted and I wouldn’t change a thing about it.

Denim sweater is great!
Can’t wait to hear how you like the Step. I have my first Step sock almost done. The yarn has a nice sheep-y smell, I think. I’m wanting to believe the Aloe and Jojoba Oil will make my feet soft! lol!

I cannot have another cat. I cannot have another cat. I do not want another cat. I do not want another cat. (I’m lying until I believe it… it could work…) Kitty cuteness.. all around. Yarn goodness.

Please let us know what you think of the Blue Sky DPNs….. I am intrigued by them. Though- as my first (yes, first) set of Celtic Swan DPNs just arrived, and the second set (in sterling) are being made….. I’ll have to put them on my Christmas list if they are worthy;)

First, Lucy is the cutest. Second, the denim sweater is a very pretty blue. How can you knit so fast and have such perfect stitches? I have not tried knitting with cotton, denim or silk yet, but I do look forward to trying them out. And, I do have to try to learn to knit socks still, so much homework, but the fun kind!

OOOOHHHHH – I bought the same color Sea Silk (Lily Pond) at Stitches Midwest! It’s still in the fondle stage. (Mainly because I have no time to contemplate knitting it. I have a work commute of 6 feet – tough to get any knitting done.) Do you have any interesting plans for yours?? I’m leaning towards Kiri for mine, but that could change the next time I see a sparkly thing…

Looks like a great weekend! The denim sweater is fab! Looks perfect on you too, but i’m partial to a roomy/comfy sweater. Just don’t get to wear them enough here. I look forward to the new sock based on your haul! {{Lucy}}

I would love to hear what you think of the Blue Sky needles – I saw them at Purl and thought they were gorgeous, but I tend to break wooden needles in small sizes, and those aren’t cheap! LOVE their concept, though. Love the Alchemy – that is so extremely addictive!

Oooh….a sweater with denim yarn. Sounds and looks perfect. Maybe that should be the first thing I knit for myself after I get out from under the Christmas-present pile. You don’t sound crazy about the yarn — is it more trouble than Lion Brand Homespun?

Lucy must be thinking … Mom went away for the weekend & spent time with other kitties and now they are on the blog and not her. For sure she wouldn’t want to share the blog (never mind her home) with other kitties. Kiki and Coco are beautiful.

Your trip sounds like it was fun. I went to Purl for the 1st time last spring. It was great… still have lots of Koigu for socks that I purchased at Purl.

Is there a picture of the things you bought in NY? I’m assuming there’s supposed to be one because you say clockwise… But I don’t see the photo. I see all the others just fine. What’s up with that? I love the denim sweater. It’s a perfect alternative to a sweatshirt — looking so much nicer than that! What’s next?

I definitely think Lucy would have fun with a little sister. That Coco is a cutie!

Love the sweater. It looks like the perfect “always comfortable, tend to grab it all the time when looking for something to wear” kind of sweater. If I knit as fast as you, I’d put it on my “to knit” list. sigh.

The denim is great. I’m still looking at mine and can’t make up my mind what pattern to use. Did you do your own or use a pattern and if so, which one? I love going whre there is a new kitten, mine are so big, I think that I am in the spirit of kitten right now, will address that tomorrow.

(a) the cats are NOT for the taking …and I DOUBT that Lucy could destroy ms Coco – she’s one pretty tough cookie!
(b) Siberians are TRULY HYPOALLERGENIC for anyone who has allergy issues keeping them from getting kitties
(c) we did have a sensational time, and the sea silk is sold at http://www.knittycity.com -just e-mail Pearl at pearlchin@aol.com if you want any of it (please mention my name if you want some extra added attention)
- and
(d) it was the best weekend I could have asked for in a long time … and Froggy also approved!
(e) I guess I’ll have to do another blog entry – oh well …

Princess in Denim Sweater! You say ‘it feels like string’ as if that’s a problem or something. You are going to love it like your most favorite p.j.s. I am wearing mine right now (I am all about accelerating the fade).

Glad you enjoyed your stealth visit! I got to the Sea Silk just days before you; I’m glad there was still some left. xox Kay

I love your sweater, Wendy — it looks so snuggly and comfortable. And I love the idea of knitting it with denim. Perhaps I’ll do something similar for my very first sweater. I need to get me a copy of Sweater Wizard, though. I already have Sock Wizard.

I’m so envious of your NYC yarn crawl, and that you got to fondle some Handmaiden! Nice haul!

How did you ever get home without slipping that darling kitten into your knitting bag? I just know she would have been quiet as a mouse until you got to DC! She is a doll but not QUITE as cute as a Lucy. Like I said before, I have a weakness for pointed cats since I used to breed them. I love their talky nature. Oh yes, the sweater is lovely too.
Ann in Dallas, Texas

Denim Sweater shows how much experienced knitter you are! I could not imazine myself knitting by such a small gauge until I see your sweater today. I think I want to challenge now, but maybe after taking CIA exam next May….

By the way,I got the Lucy calendar today! It was more handy than I thought so that I am going to bring it to my office to make people smile and laugh, especially with the September photo.

I can’t wait to see your comments on Step. I just started my third pair. I am not thrilled with the colors, but the texture makes up for it. I wish they made dark solids, though; my husband would like them better. BTW, I bought Step an a NYC shop (Point, on Bedford in Greenwich Village) for $9.50, about 1/2 what I’ve paid for it at a Florida LYS. Happy Halloween!

My kitty Puma does not tolerate any other cats near her (or near to me). She thinks this is her house, and only her house, and no other cats are allowed. Selfish little minx. I’m sure Lucy is not so self-centered! Your sweater is gorgeous.

With her paws over her face, Lucy looks like she’s sleeping off a hangover.
The sweater is great.
I’m an inch into a pair of Step socks for my DH. I’m drinking the kool-aid on the Aloe keeping his feet soft, but haven’t noticed it helping my fingers. Puppies will probably love them, but the puppies are freaky about yarn and lotion.

My mother’s maiden name is Peacock and I am trying to locate a crochet patter to make a scarf and a shawl and an afghan. Can someone PLEASE provide the Peacock Feathers Crochet patterns? I have diligently looked and looked and looked and looked all over the net for a free pattern and am at a total loss. I see beautiful pictures of the lovely works of others but no patterns. Please if someone would be so kind to email me the pattern I will be greatly appreciative. Thank you, Cyndy

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